La Capitale by Xerjoff
Brand: Xerjoff
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
La Capitale is a luxurious, theatrical gourmand that balances bright fruitiness with dark leather and glowing amber. Its rich caramel core and resinous drydown create an opulent signature best suited to cool weather and dressed-up occasions.
Is La Capitale worth it?
How it smells: Opens with strawberry, peach and caramel, leather and saffron at the heart, then dries down to amber and benzoin.
Scent Score: 74/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 85, reputation 62, versatility 73, layerability 66 and value 70, each out of 100.
Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 53 Twisted Lily reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Strawberry, Peach, Caramel, Leather, Saffron, Ginger
Top Notes
- Strawberry
- Peach
- Caramel
Heart Notes
- Leather
- Saffron
- Ginger
Base Notes
- Amber
- Benzoin
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
La Capitale by Xerjoff belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A decadent blend of juicy strawberry and peach drenched in caramel, unfolding into saffron-laced leather and a warm, resinous amber base. La Capitale opens with Strawberry, Peach, and Caramel. The heart brings Leather, Saffron, and Ginger. It dries down to Amber and Benzoin.
How to wear La Capitale
On skin, La Capitale by Xerjoff has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli. Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays La Capitale : 2 sprays Oud Maracujá and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
La Capitale opens with Strawberry, Peach, and Caramel.
The heart brings Leather, Saffron, and Ginger.
It dries down to Amber and Benzoin.
What to layer with La Capitale
Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, saffron, and amber.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Capitale : 2 sprays Oud Maracujá
Velvet by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and amber.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Velvet on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Capitale : 2 sprays Velvet
Wool by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and amber.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wool on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray La Capitale : 2 sprays Wool
Godolphin by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, saffron, and amber.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Godolphin on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Capitale : 2 sprays Godolphin
Nisean by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, saffron, and amber.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nisean on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Capitale : 2 sprays Nisean
Pairings to approach with care
Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 30/99
La Capitale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne brings a fresh contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray La Capitale : 2 sprays Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne
Solo Loewe by Loewe
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
La Capitale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Solo Loewe brings an aromatic contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Solo Loewe on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray La Capitale : 2 sprays Solo Loewe
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli — Both include leather, saffron, and amber.
- Velvet by Commodity — Both include saffron and amber.
- Wool by Commodity — Both include saffron and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for La Capitale?
La Capitale opens with Strawberry, Peach, and Caramel. The heart brings Leather, Saffron, and Ginger. It dries down to Amber and Benzoin.
How long does La Capitale last, and how strong is it?
La Capitale by Xerjoff has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear La Capitale?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with La Capitale?
Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, saffron, and amber. Apply La Capitale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays La Capitale : 2 sprays Oud Maracujá.
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